Bholar (123/1) - Sarawati Nagar, Shimla
Bholar (123/1) is a village situated in the Sarawati Nagar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 120 km from Shimla. Bholad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholar (123/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholar (123/1) is 026058. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 171216 pincode. Jubbal is the nearest town.
Bholar (123/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bholar (123/1)
As per Census 2011, Bholar (123/1) village has a total population of 681 people, consisting of 337 males and 344 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholar (123/1) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 337 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 136 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 294 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 43 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Bholar (123/1)
Bholar (123/1) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bholar (123/1)
Bholar (123/1) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bholar (123/1) is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholar (123/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholar (123/1) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bholar (123/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholar (123/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bholar (123/1)
Where is Bholar (123/1) located?
Bholar (123/1) village is located in Sarawati Nagar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholar (123/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholar (123/1) is Bholad.
What is the pincode of Bholar (123/1)?
The pincode of Bholar (123/1) is 171216.
What is the population of Bholar (123/1)?
Bholar (123/1) has a total population of 681, including 337 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Bholar (123/1)?
There are 149 households in Bholar (123/1).
What is the literacy rate in Bholar (123/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholar (123/1) is 79.00%. Male literacy is 87.24% and female literacy is 70.93%.